NonprofitsWashington Retail Association

Washington Retail Association

OLYMPIA, WA

Total revenue

$1.4M

Total expenses

$1.5M

Net assets

$2.5M

Grants received

EIN

911376551

Tax year

2023

Mission

To represent the legislative, regulatory and political interests of the retailing industry in the state of washington at the local, state and national level; to promote the orderly development and economic advancement of washington retailing and the state as a whole; to stimulate and enhance competitive enterprise with community responsibility; to provide programs of service and action in promoting the common interests of members; and to secure cooperation with and among other organizations in the furtherance of those objectives.

Programs

2 programs

Member services the retail industry is changing but our dedication to perfecting our members experience never will. Retail association services, a subsidiary of washington retail association offers companies the ultimate "boutique experience" of services.whether it be advocating locally, statewide or nationally for members or actively pursuing services that enhance their businesses, we are the association that understands not only the industry, but also the unique individual qualities of large and small companies in washington state. Retailers representing all categories and sizes recognize the value of combining resources and ideas knowing that a strong association could achieve goals no single business could accomplish individually.wra is the only organization that looks at every legislative bill and state agency regulation proposed, year-round from an exclusively retail perspective.today the association is recognized by merchants, legislators, state officials and other trade groups as a powerful and effective spokesperson for the retail industry.retail association services offers one of the few ways in washington state that employers can recoup some of the dollars paid in workers compensation premiums.our very successful group retrospective rating (retro) program offers members a financial incentive by providing a safe work environment and reducing work place injuries. We protect and save companies money and risk by implementing our aggressive pro-active claims management system, early return to work programs, loss analysis/risk assessments, and robust safety training programs. We have a proven record of success and offer our membership a financially sound program.

We continue to evolve update our services to correspond with the ever-changing needs of the retail industry. Our goal is to help companies be successful and increase profits. We offer members consultations and advice related to workforce issues. We have an hr expert on staff ready to assist and answer questions regarding rules and regulations in washington state.we are a value-based organization and continue to build upon our 30-year reputation of trust and transparency. We pride ourselves on the flexibility, expertise and commitment to excellence our members have come to count on.

Financials

FY 2023

Revenue

Contributions & grants
Program service revenue$1.3M
Investment income$43K
Other revenue$37K
Total revenue$1.4M

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$855K
Fundraising
Other expenses$617K
Total expenses$1.5M
Total assets$6.0M
Net assets$2.5M

People

21 listed

NameRoleCompensation

RENEE SUNDE

PRESIDENT/CEO

Board

$223K

40 hrs/wk

OPIO DUPREE

VICECHAIR

Board

1 hrs/wk

ROB JENSEN

TREASURER

Board

1 hrs/wk

ERIC DOUGLAS

CHAIR, GOVT AFFAIRS

Board

1 hrs/wk

CHAUNCEY RICE

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

KRISTA BECK

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

SEAN BROWNLEE

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

KARIN HOLT

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

LYNNETTE FRANK

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

BLAKE GARFIELD

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

MARISA WULFF

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

RUTHANN GOULARTE

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

DEBORAH HERRON

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

JERRY IRWIN

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

JENNIFER KURRIE

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

LISETTE TORRES

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

NAVDEEP SINGH

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

ANDY RYDER

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

BRENDA SNYDER

BOARD OF DIRECTOR

Board

1 hrs/wk

ALESHA SHEMWELL

CHAIR

Board

1 hrs/wk

MARK JOHNSON

VICE PRESIDENT

Staff

$168K

40 hrs/wk

Details

EIN911376551
Subsection06
Ruling date0000-00
Formed1987
Employees7
Volunteers19
WASHINGTON RETAIL ASSOCIATION — Mission, Financials & Grants Received | Grantivo